“Hiding under mounds of a gorgeous fabric cloak, (Koga) softly blew a white kerchief from his face and peaked out curiously. A charming presence, he was rooted but levitating; within this tiny gem of a dance a path from dark to light moved like a stream. Eventually, letting down the burden of his cloak, he stomped on it as he turned in a slow circle. I overheard an audience member say “I want to marry that dance.”’’ – Alissa Cardone, “Butoh: The Good of Going Out of Style,” The Brooklyn Rail, 2004
Testimonial – Ari LaMora
“I am so grateful to have been provided this time and space through LEIMAY. It allowed me to have a safe space to explore and create without physical limitations such as a couch or dining room table, as well as without mental limitations such as roommates interrupting. It was so nice to begin and end my days in a space to process, reflect and grow. The community created and provided through the Incubator Program is something that I will cherish moving forward.” – Ari LaMora, Incubator Artist, 2022
Testimonial – Kristel Baldoz
“LEIMAY’s Incubator Program was a great way for me to work on my artistic ideas without any pressure to create a piece, allowing me to wildly experiment!” – Kristel Baldoz, Incubator Artist, 2022
Testimonial – Melani De Guzman
“The LEIMAY Incubator program truly supports artists of all disciplines. They are extremely helpful, communicative, and giving. The space is so sacred and allows you to focus on your craft.” – Melani De Guzman, Incubator Artist, 2022